Sunday, June 16, 2019

Seaside Sketches

Hi everyone.  Time for the reminder for the CAS Watercolour June Challenge hosted by Bonnie.

I've had this stamp for a little while, so happy to use another NBUS (never-before-used-schtuff - coined by Darnell).

I started by heat embossing this sweet image with black embossing powder on mixed media paper.  I sloshed (a la shirley-bee) on some distress inks in shades of blue.  I got a little carried away adding black splatters. :)

Here's a close-up ...
You'll find lots of inspiration on the challenge blog with the amazing cards from our Designers, and wonderful Guest Designer, TaeEun!  I hope you'll check them out and then come join us!







Stamps:  Seaside Sketches (Stampin' Up!); enjoy ... (Penny Black)
Paper:  Mixed Media (Strathmore 140 lb.)
Ink:  Versamark; Distress inks:  Tumbled Glass, Broken China, Chipped Sapphire (Tim Holtz)
Accessories & Tools:  Black embossing powder (Ranger), heat tool, water brush, diluted black acrylic paint, paint brush for splattering

Challenges:
CAS Watercolour June Challenge - Something Blue


18 comments:

BożenA said...

WOW! Loll, this card is beautiful. Your coloring is so amazing. I love how you led the color, it gives you such amazing feelings. Black spotting looks great
Hugs,
BożenA

Mac Mable said...

Such a pretty stamped image and it perfectly depicts fun in the sun x Artsy water colouring and great movement on your adorable card Loll. Love the splats too x

Barb Ghig said...

This was the very first SU stamp set that I purchased several years ago, and I still love it :)
You did such a beautiful job watercoloring this darling image and your background is perfect, Loll! I love all those pretty shades of blue and how the seagulls and waves create movement on your card! Such a lovely card! Barb xx

Bonnie said...

I love this SU image and you've colored it beautifully, Loll! I'll bet it brings back memories of going to the beach when you were a girl! It makes me want to dip my toes in the water!

Susan said...

Such a beautiful sweet image, and so beautifully coloured - a perfect summer scene. Love it - makes me want to head to the beach right now!

Christine Alexander said...

such a gorgeous SU image Loll, so thoughtful. I remember my days at the beach as a girl :) love the card.

Linda said...

What a cute little image, and I love your watercolouring xx

Heidi MyLittleStampingBlog said...

A very sweet image, perfect for watercoloring!

Karen Dunbrook said...

beautiful mf...love the innocence that image portrays.
xx Karen

Jeanne said...

Beautiful! I adore what you created here!

Jo said...

Such a fresh image for the blue theme and so appropriate. Love the nuances of colour. The splatters are fitting for this aqua scene. Truly lovely! xx

Marcia Hill said...

BEAUTIFUL card Loll!! I love the stamp you used and how perfect for all those shades of blue! CAS and just lovely!! :0)

kiwimeskreations said...

I just wish it was as warm here as it appears in your fabulous card Loll!! Love your background and all the blues.
Blessings
Maxine

Anita in France said...

What a sweet scene, Loll ... so perfectly coloured in that 'sloshy' fashion ... she looks gently swept by a warm breeze! Hugs, Anita :)

Trina P. said...

I totally remember that SU! stamp, Loll. It’s a sweet image and once again your watercoloring is gorgeous. I don’t think you got carried away... it’s perfect. Love the splatters. xx

shirley-bee said...

I love me some sloshing, and you’ve done it beautifully, Loll! Love the black splattering too. Fab card, it reminds me of my childhood, paddling in the sea with my skirt tucked up 🙂

Papercraft Boutique said...

This card is so summery, Loll! I did research - the stamp set was originally made in 2003. Way before my SU time.
The way you watercolored the image (sloshing) is perfect for the sketchy image. Love the beautiful shades of blue.
Hideko xx

Daria said...

I've had this image forever, and I love it, but I have never used it. I'm so happy to see that you have brought it to life.

Daria